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SOCIAL DISTORTION

This month, as we have for 23 years, we
pay homage to America’s favorite sport,
Football. Inside we take a look at our supporting sports bars and their alluring specials. And we know it would be hard for
you to start this football season without
Paul Andrea’s educated yet synthesized
comments and predictions on your beloved and despised teams.

There are the obvious reasons to head
to your favorite sports bar: Cheaper than
the cost of parking at the stadium, a full
stocked bar and cold beer, chicken wing
and beer specials, variety of fans- so no
one feels like the outcast, the heckling,
and much more from free buffets to attractive bartenders. But what you might
not know is that behind the scenes your
favorite pub is sparing no expense to
make sure you pick their establishment
to call home this NFL season. Expect to
see Jerseys as the number one fashion
statement Monday, Thursday, Saturday,
Sunday from pre-season August to Super
Bowl Sunday, February 2, 2020. Just take
the NFL ticket logo, you’ll see it plenty of
times inside this issue. The price to your
favorite bar to offer the NFL ticket varies
depending on the size, but even the small
bars are dishing out $4000.00 a year! And
take the high cost of poultry these days,
especially chicken wings. The proprietor
might only make .05 cents a wing, if that.
Most are breaking even to draw your

business in the door. Even if you haven’t
been a football fan in the past, after this
issue you’ll have all the tools you need to
get out there and start a tradition as well
as experience the comradery of football
fans.
And while you’re here, be sure to go
through the heart and soul of BackStage
Pass Magazine, our Events list. Hours of
research goes into bringing you a consolidated list of this area’s festivals, exhibits,
family events, food and wine, fundraisers,
classes, comedy, music and so much
more.
Thank you for being a part of the BackStage Pass Magazine family and get out
there and enjoy what our community has
to offer.

AUG 10- LEGO DAY: ANIMALS AROUND
THE WORLD Join MOAS Educators, Kelsey
Hansen and Nicole Messervy, at the Museum
of Arts & Sciences for a fun day of LEGO® activities! During this LEGO® day we will celebrate animals from around the world. 11 AM -2
PM, MOAS, 352 S Nova Rd, Daytona Beach.
AUG 9- MUSIC NIGHT: A FAMILY EVENT-6-8
PM, The Hub on the Canal, 132 Canal St.
New Smyrna Beach Free for Members and
non-members. Music Night will be part of a
month-long celebration of kids and families.
Debbie D. & Vintage Now playing soulful jazz.
AUG 10-BACK TO SCHOOL COMMUNITY
EXPO -10 AM -2 PM , Florida Technical College, 1199 S Woodland Blvd, DeLand. Live
Music with FM 101.9, Exhibitors, Family activities, Free Kids Back to School haircuts, Free
Backpacks with school supplies kit. The child
must be present to receive a backpack and
must be accompanied by an adult/guardian.
AUG 9-11- PIRATES OF THE CURL-RIBBEAN. Open 8 AM. Join us for our third annual
bonspiel at the newly remodeled Daytona

AUG 9 -MOVIES IN THE PARK Bring your
blanket, lawn chairs and snacks and invite your
friends and neighbors to join you at this monthly free, family activity. Relax and enjoy an “oldie
but goodie” or a recent hit as we watch movies
on the giant, outdoor movie screen. 8:30 PM –
10:30 PM FREE Central Park Town Center 975
Central Ave, Palm Coast.
AUG 9 - SWORD OF TRUST CINEMATIQUE
THEATER, A Civil War relic sparks revisionist-history enthusiasm among deep South conspiracy theorists in this improv-based, low-fi
comedy that debuted to acclaim at SXSW. 2
PM – 3:30 PM Tickets $10 General Admission
& Members Series Pass available. $35, 242 S.
Beach St, Daytona Beach, 2 PM – 4 PM.
AUG 12- MONDAY NIGHT MOVIES Join us
for “Monday Night Movies” in the taproom.
We are open for Happy Hour at 4 PM, and
the movie of the week starts at 6 PM. Deviant
Wolfe Brewing, 121 W 1st St, Sanford.
AUG 13- MILLENNIUM ACTRESS REMASTERED WITH ENGLISH SUB, When the legendary Ginei Studios shuts down, filmmaker
Genya Tachibana and his assistant are tasked
with interviewing its reclusive star, Chiyoko Fujiwara, who had retired from the spotlight 30
years prior. Hollywood Theaters @ The Pavvillion, 5547 Williamson Blvd, Port Orange.
AUG –16 ART IN THE FORM OF FILM:
BACK TO THE FUTURE WITH PAUL MARINO, Special Fee: $7, includes a glass of wine
or bottle of water. Has there ever been a more
fun romp through the past? Back to the Future

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starring Michael J Fox is as enjoyable today,
more than 30 years after its initial release in
1985, as when it took a 30-year ride back to the
1950s. 5:45– 9 PM.
AUG 18- LA STRADA (1954) Cinematique
Theater, There has never been a face quite
like that of Giulietta Masina. Her husband,
the legendary Federico Fellini, directs her as
Gelsomina in La Strada, the film that launched
them both to international stardom. Tickets
$10 General Admission & Members Series
Pass available, $35, 242 S Beach St, Daytona
Beach, 2 PM-4 PM.
2ND FRIDAYS • MOVIES IN THE PARK, 8:45
PM. Aug. 9 A Wrinkle in Time. BYO blankets,
chairs, picnic baskets. Stage area at the main
entrance, 975 Central Ave, Palm Coast.
3RD SATURDAY • MOVIES @ SUNRISE
PARK, 7-10 PM, Check Sunrise Village Facebook page for details. Sunrise Park, L.P.G.A.
Blvd., Daytona Beach. hollyhillfl.org

AUGUST - ONGOING SYNCHRONICITY:
SELECTIONS FROM BEAUX ARTS OF
CENTRAL FLORIDA Works in a wide variety
of media from this longstanding central Florida contemporary artists’ organization which
founded in 1962 by the students of the late
Lillian “Lu” Belmont of New York City. Museum
of Arts & Sciences, 352 S Nova Rd, Daytona
Beach (386) 255-0285; moas.org

AUGUST - ONGOING WILLIAM SCHAAF:
THE WAY OF THE EQUINE An exhibit of
works by William “Bill” Schaaf who is known for
his powerful, evocative images of horses in his
paintings and sculpture. Museum of Arts & Sciences, 352 S Nova Rd, Daytona Beach (386)
255-0285; moas.org

OPENING AUGUST 10 THE NATURE OF IT:
FLORIDA’S PAST AND PRESENT An exhibit
of the Museum’s amazing Florida specimens
from the collection and items on loan that
showcase the breadth of Florida flora and fauna past and present. Museum of Arts & Sciences, 352 S Nova Rd, Daytona Beach (386)
255-0285; moas.org

AUG 13 - LANDSCAPE DEMO WITH PLEIN
AIR FLORIDA ARTIST, FRANK FERRANTE
Frank paints and teaches in a style called The
Prismatic Palette developed by American Impressionist painter, Frank Vincent DuMond
(1865-1951). Join us at the Cici and Hyatt
Brown Museum of Art for this unique painting
demonstration. Free for members or with paid
museum admission MOAS 352 S Nova Rd,
Daytona Beach 2 PM – 3:30 PM.

THROUGH AUGUST 18 CAPTURING
THE COSMOS: FLORIDA ASTROPHOTOGRAPHS BY DEREK DEMETER Marvel
at the wonders of the universe through the
stunning space photography by nationally renowned astrophotographer, and director of the
Emil Buehler Planetarium at Seminole State
College, Derek Demeter. Museum of Arts &
Sciences, 352 S Nova Rd, Daytona Beach
(386) 255-0285; moas.org

AUGUST 17 2ND ANNUAL VOLUSIA COLLECTORS DAY Join us for a fun day at the
Museum and see what treasures fellow Volusia
County residents collect! 11:00am to 4:00pm;
Free for MOAS members or with paid museum
admission. Museum of Arts & Sciences, 352
S Nova Rd, Daytona Beach (386) 255-0285;
moas.org

THROUGH AUGUST 25 HOMESPUN: FOLK
ART AND AMERICAN FROM THE COLLECTION Early American folk art from the 19th
century through the 19th century that provides
a view into the early rural and working-class life
or European immigrants in America. Museum
of Arts & Sciences, 352 S Nova Rd, Daytona
Beach (386) 255-0285; moas.org

AUGUST 23 COCKTAIL WORKS: THE SPIRIT OF CUBA A fun-filled night of drink-slinging
packed with history and recipes for you to
enjoy at your own cocktail parties. 6:00pm to
8:00pm; $35.00 for members, $40.00 for future
members. Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of
Art at MOAS, 352 S Nova Rd, Daytona Beach
(386) 255-0285; moas.org

NOW- AUG 10 -ACA 30TH ANNUAL UNIVERSITY STUDENT EXHIBITION- 10 AM – 4
PM· Atlantic Center for the Arts, 1414 Art Center Ave., New Smyrna Beach. Atlantic Center
for the Arts honors the outstanding work being
produced by state university art students.

Home to the area’s best Buffet whether it be the weekend Seafood and Prime
Rib, or Sunday Brunch with Mimosa’s & Bloody Mary’s or Special Events like
the Holidays, Dock Bale’s is sure to please. Be sure to McCoy’s Rum Bar with
amazing Appetizers and more as well as, the ALL NEW Don Rico’s Fresh-Mex Grill
for Margarita Monday or Taco Tuesday. 100 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach.
(386) 254-820

BEACHSIDE GRILLE & PATIO

Join us for lunch or dinner. Daily Specials like our $10 Lobster Roll. Best Hamburger and Pizza on the
Beachside. NFL game time specials. Outside seating on the patio located on A.1.A. in the heart of Daytona
Beach. Curbside Pick-up. 2132 S. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach.(386) 248-1200.

THE ORIGINAL FIRST TURN

Start off your meal right with Firecracker Shrimp, Fried Fish Bites or Chicken
Quesadillas. Then work your way through an amazing selection of steamed
seafood, including shrimp, snow crab legs, oysters and clams. The steaks are to
die for, and the wings are no slouch either. 5236 S Ridgewood Ave, Port Orange.
(386) 788-5434

GRIND GASTROPUB & KONA TIKI BAR

RACING’S NORTH TURN
Directly on the ocean! Come to Racing’s North Turn for a meal where the Legend
of Daytona Racing Began! Enjoy a wide variety of casual dining fare including
Steaks, Seafood, Sandwiches, Wraps, Salads and Snacks. Come for the Russ Truelove Prime Rib Sandwich, stay for the Live Entertainment and Full Bar! 4511 S
Atlantic Ave, Ponce Inlet. (386) 322-3258

MERK’S BAR & GRILL
Best Food in New Smyrna Beach and a locals favorite. Lunch, Dinner and Late
night. Homemade Soups and Daily Specials with a full bar and over 100 beers
on tap. Late Night Menu Available. 193 N. Causeway, New Smyrna Beach. (386)
427-1177

SEAFOOD

ST. JOHN’S RIVER STEAK & SEAFOOD
Proud to be home of one of Louisiana’s finest chefs the offer American Fare with
a Southern Flair. Peel and Eat Shrimp, Pig Out Chips, Boom Boom Shrimp or
Shrimp & Grits, Homemade Chowders and Gumbo, Flatbread, Handheld Burgers and Sandwiches, Steaks, Chicken, Oysters, Pasta, Seafood and homemade
desserts. Full Bar. Located in the Marina in Sanford a nice drive down 415 from
the East Coast. 550 N Palmetto Ave, Sanford. (407) 878-0980

THE ROOF AT JOE’S CRAB SHACK

Scrumptious fare that includes New England Clam Chowder or Joe’s Chicken Salad, Surf and Sand-wiches like Po Boys and Blackened Shrimp Tacos. They are
best known for their Steam Pots that include things like Mussels, Clams, Crab
legs, even Lobster, Dungeness Crab and Smoked Sausage. An Assortment of Crab
Buckets, Clusters and more. Even Sophisticated choices like Alaskan Salmon, A
whole section dedicated to Shrimp and The Fresh Catch, or stay on shore with
Pasta Alfredo or a New York Strip. Come for Happy Hour Mon.-Fri. 3-7 PM reduced
price cocktails and Apps., Live Entertainment on the Roof. 1200 Main Street on the
pier, Hours 11 AM-Midnight. (386) 238-4050.

Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar is a truly unique experience offering a wonderfully diverse menu. Two atmospheres coalesce in this seamless adventure for all
ages where live music and good times are the norm! The gastropub is a gathering
place much like a neighborhood pub but if island life is more your style wander out
back to our huge tiki bar. 49 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach (386) 672-7277

BRITISH ROCK INVASION – Bad Company and
Foreigner Tributes
June 8
ROCKET MAN – Elton John Tribute
June 15 LIVIN’ ON A PRAYER – Bon Jovi Tribute
June 22 LET IT BE – Beatles Tribute
June 29 SMOKIN’ AND RENEGADE – Boston and Styx Tributes
July
July
July
July
July

More Information at Bandshell.info
or Call (386)-253-0254 or
/friendsofthebandshell
For a list of the City’s Friday Night Shows, go to daytonabandshell.com

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BSP EXCLUSIVE! PAUL ANDREA TAKES A LOOK AT
NFL’S 2019 LINEUP AND TELLS US WHAT TO EXPECT!
AFC EAST
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
Hats off to the NFL Champs, who just keep finding ways
to win. Last year’s Super Bowl victory looked reminiscent
of the way the Pats won in the early days, with defense
and ball control. CB Stephon Gilmore has blossomed into
a true shut down corner, and teamed with hard hitting
S Patrick Chung and the McCourty brothers, leads one
of the best secondary units in football. On the offensive
side, the loss of Rob Gronkowski shouldn’t hamper future hall of fame QB Tom Brady too badly, he’ll just find
new acquisition WR Demaryius Thomas or WR Julian
Edelman, or maybe someone you’ve never heard of.
Once again, the Patriots have made winning this division
a foregone conclusion.
BUFFALO BILLS
Year two of the Josh Allen project begins, and things
are definitely looking up in western New York. Veteran
slot receiver Cole Beasley and deep threat John Brown
bolster a receiving corps that has looked anemic in the
past two seasons, and RBs TJ Yeldon and Frank Gore will
give Lesean McCoy a breather in the back field. The Bills
made desperately needed moves on the offensive line as
well, which will create more running lanes and better protection for their young passer. The number two defense
from 2018 also looks to be improved this year with the
addition of number one draft pick DT Ed Oliver, whose
freakish talent should make an impact from day one.
NEW YORK JETS
So, wrap your brain around this: after losing to Adam
Gase’s Dolphins in five of six contests, the Jets hire
Gase (ignoring the fact that Gase was 10 and 18 against
teams not named the Jets in the previous two seasons).
Then, GM Mike Macagnan, who helped select Gase and
secured the acquisition of all-star running back Le’veon
Bell, was FIRED a month before training camp opened?
Wow Jets, never mind getting into talent you picked up
in the off-season, we’re too scared to pick you anything
higher than third in the EAST. At least you’ve got a real
Dolphin killer in Gase.
MIAMI DOLPHINS
Bet you didn’t see this coming: legendary journeyman
QB Ryan Fitzpatrick has come to Miami for his third tour
of duty with an AFC East team. With him he will bring
a splash of Fitzmagic and a brief spurt of heartwarming
victories, followed by a crushing deluge of interceptions,
crashing back to earth to be succeeded by the player the
team “always intended” to be the number one guy. In this
instance, the protege waiting in the wings is Josh Rosen, who already had his heart ripped out in one wretched
season in Arizona. Just to complete that rebuilding look,
the Dolphins also have a brand new first time coach in
Brian Flores.

AFC NORTH
PITTSBURGH STEELERS
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losing all-world WR Antonio Brown and RB Le’veon Bell
prove to be addition by distraction subtraction, or just
erosion by talent subtraction? Even though the two controversial players are gone, it didn’t stop QB Ben Roethlisberger from tweeting a halfhearted apology to Brown
in the off-season (which was subsequently rejected.) It
lends credibility to the idea that Big Ben has lost respect
in the locker room. Also, his play seems to grow just a
bit more erratic with each passing year, a telling sign of
Father Time laying down the law on a beaten body. The
might of the offensive line will save the day, opening big
holes for workhorse RB James Conner and keeping Roethlisberger’s jersey clean. It’s a given that the Steel Curtain defense will play tough consistently, a character trait
that will enable Pittsburgh to win the day in a weakened
division.
CINCINNATI BENGALS
The Bengals organization finally released Head Coach
Marvin Lewis after what must have seemed like 50 years
to residents of the Queen City. In his place, former Rams
assistant Zac Taylor joins the Head Coach youth movement spurred by Sean McVay, his former boss. Right off
the bat, Taylor may have watch his season hauled to the
infirmary as WR AJ Green left the first practice on a cart.
That said, the Bengals still fielded the same personnel
that have brought them high promise, low yield, such as
QB Andy Dalton and RB Joe Mixon. What’s more, they did
not make many adjustments to the NFL’s bottom ranked
defense from a year ago. Watch for the Bungles formula
to remain the same: Good in 1 PM starts, terrible in feature games.
CLEVELAND BROWNS
Nobody made a bigger splash in the off-season that the
rising Browns, who picked up two bonafide stars in WR
Odell Beckham Jr. and RB Kareem Hunt. Beckham dominated headlines both on and off the field in his two years
in New York, thanks to an insane one-handed catch or
three, a pre-playoff boat voyage, and an ill-considered
fight with a kicking net. (The two subsequently hugged it
out.) Should second year QB Baker Mayfield be tantalized
or terrified? The answer is yes. Beckham and WR Jarvis Landry, college teammates at LSU and best friends,
will leave scorch marks on the field week in and week
out, making insane plays with all the fire and passion you
can imagine. That will come with national attention, and
drama. Hunt will not join the team on the field until week
nine, which won’t pose a problem thanks to the power
and speed of RB Nick Chubb. But the Browns must jell
quickly, because If they don’t start winning early, an emotional implosion seems likely, if not inevitable.
BALTIMORE RAVENS
2019 figures to be a down year for the Ravens, who lost
their three most important defensive leaders in LB Terrell
Suggs (retirement), LB CJ Mosley (Jets) and hard hitting
FS Eric Weddle (LA Rams). All that remains of the NFL’s
number one defense are names only total football junkies
will recognize, like LB Matthew Judon and CB Marlon
Humphrey. On offense, the team may have finally unload-

ed the heavily overpaid QB Joe Flacco, but what they’ve
left second year QB Lamar Jackson with is a total mess.
WR Willie Snead IV, who seems to be on a career decline
after a fast start with the Saints, is the current number
one wideout. RB Mark Ingram, another former Saint, will
likely assume the bulk of the workload in carries. Baltimore may well finish behind the Browns, who they own
a commanding 30-10 all-time record against. Sell those
Ravens tickets while they have value.

AFC SOUTH
INDIANAPOLIS COLTS
Head Coach Frank Reich and QB Andrew Luck made one
Hell of a team last year, squeezing every last ounce of
will and guts from their oft injured and bedraggled team
to drag them all the way to the AFC semifinals last year.
In 2019, the Colts are poised to do even more damage.
To put intense pressure on opposing passers, the Colts
added four time Pro-Bowl DE Justin Houston from the
Chiefs. Houston notched 9 sacks and an interception last
season, and at age 30, has plenty of gas still in the tank.
The Colts also added rangy WR Devin Funchess to compliment the speed of star WR TY Hilton. Rounding off the
unit, the Dynamic RB Marlon Mack is a home run threat
rushing and catching balls out of the backfield, and TE
Eric Ebron had a breakout season with 66 receptions and
13 receiving touchdowns. The Colts will be potent. If the
defense improves on its number 11 position from a year
ago, their balance and tenacity will be enough to outlast
their rivals.
JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS
Jaguars fans rejoice: Super Bowl hero QB Nick Foles has
come to save you from your bumbling ways on offense,
ending the underwhelming run of UCF grad Blake Bortles.
That said, Foles finds himself in a limited talent scenario
at receiver, with number one WR Dede Westbrook not
ranking in the top 30 in yards or receptions. RB Leonard Fournette can carve defenses up when healthy, but
injuries severely limited his 2018 campaign. Best case
scenario: Jacksonville will once again rely on their aggressive defense, which ranked top five in the NFL in both
yards allowed and scoring, to carry them in games. CBs
Jalen Ramsay and AJ Bouye make a fearsome cover tandem, LB Miles Jack has a ferocious nose for the ball and
DE Calais Campbell still gives opposing QBs nightmares
in the pass rush. All the offense needs to do is play error free, complimentary football, and the Jaguars should
make a return to the postseason this year.
HOUSTON TEXANS
The star-studded Texans sure know how to make a pundit’s life difficult: They feature one of the most star-studded lineups in the NFL, led on offense by dynamo QB Deshaun Watkins throwing bombs to WR DeAndre Hopkins,
who put up an incredible 1572 yards receiving (second
best in the league, averaging just shy of 100 yards per
game) and 11 TDs. The offense imposes its will just as
effectively on the ground, with workhorse RB Lamar Miller plowing through opposing defenses for 4.6 yards per

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clip. Let’s about the indomitable pass rush duo of DE JJ
Watt and OLB Jadeveon Clowney, a tandem that wrecks
hell on an O-Line’s blocking schemes...when healthy. But
with all this talent come a wealth of turmoil. The Texans
fired GM Brian Gaine on June 7th, possibly due to not
making a splash in the draft (drafting for offense line
in the first and third round, or possibly due to letting
the secondary fall apart in the off-season, allowing the
preventable departures of CB Kareem Jackson and FS
Tyrann “Honey badger” Matheiu. With the Colts and the
Jags both potentially on the rise, this is not the division
to struggle with internal strife. Once again, the Texans fall
short of their amazing potential.
TENNESSEE TITANS
Very quietly, the Titans compiled a fine season on defense, giving up the third fewest points in the league.
They scrapped hard enough to win several games they
should have dropped, most notably an overtime thriller against the then-defending champion Philadelphia
Eagles. However, they were also 30th in passing yards
allowed, spelling doom in the pass-oriented NFL. Enter
CB Logan Ryan, fresh from a Super Bowl Win with the
Patriots, who should immediately help shore up the secondary. On the offensive side of the ball, the Titans are
coming to a crossroads season for QB Marcus Mariota.
In four seasons, he has never been able to play all 16
games. He only threw for 11 touchdowns and 8 Interceptions, not even remotely good enough. In most divisions,
the Titans defense might be enough to compete for a wild
card. In the talent rich AFC South, forget about it.

AFC WEST
KANSAS CITY CHIEFS
For the Chiefs, 2018 had to feel like the best season
they’ve had since they won Super Bowl IV. QB Patrick
Mahomes was absolutely unstoppable, RB Kareem Hunt,
WR Tyreek Hill and TE Travis Kelce knifed through opposing defenses as though they were simply mist and fog,
and the only thing that prevented a return to the Super
Bowl for the first time in 49 years was a coin flip. There’s
no way the Chiefs will be able to duplicate that performance this year. Legal troubles haunt Hill, Hunt is gone
completely, and defensive mainstays DE Justin Houston
and S Eric Berry are gone. Kansas City will be very good
this year, but expect a step back before the Chiefs take the
next step forward.
LOS ANGELES CHARGERS
With QB Philip Rivers turning 37 years old, you get the
sense that the Chargers are running out of opportunities
to win a championship with the current generation of
players. It’s now or never, and with RB Melvin Gordon’s
hold out not looking to end anytime soon, HC Anthony
Lynn better hope that Austin Ekeler continues to show
that he’s as good as advertised. If so, the Chargers have
an awesome array of weapons, such as WRs Keenan Allen and Mike Williams, as well as pass rushing terror DEs
Joey Bosa and Melvin Ingram. Given the Chargers tough
schedule, they will need to be at their best if they want to
make the most of this opportunity.
DENVER BRONCOS
Sorry Broncos fans, signing QB Joe Flacco will not make
the Mile High No Fly Zone’s lives any easier this season.
He struggled for years in Baltimore, in spite of having a
powerful running game, highly capable receivers and a
mighty defense backing him up. He’s walking into almost
the exact same situation in Denver: Strong Offensive line,
exciting play makers in RB Patrick Lindsay and WR Emmanuel Sanders, and a perennially tough defense led by
LB Von Miller. Only the situation in Denver isn’t as stable
as Baltimore’s as a new coaching team led by defensive
expert Vic Fangio has taken the reins. If insanity is taking the same action and expecting the same results, then
surely GM John Elway and the Broncos Front Office have
lost their minds. From the infamous Invesco Cheer...“Flacco’s pass is IN-COM-PLETE! Wah, wah, wah WAHHHH...”

OAKLAND RAIDERS
It’s the final season of football in Oak town, but the Raiders plan to go out with a bang. They signed WR Antonio Brown, possibly the best receiver in football, and LB
Vontaze Burfict, possibly the dirtiest defender in all of
football. They also lured OG Richie Incognito, possibly
the biggest bully in all of football, out of retirement. Link
that up with Head Coach Jon Gruden, possibly the most
charismatic coach in all of football, and what do you get?
Infinite possibilities...for comedy and dysfunction, duh!
The Raiders provide great theater this season, and we
would like to thank the NFL for making their antics available for our viewing pleasure on this season of HBO’s
Hard Knocks. Oakland fans, getcha batteries ready!

year, so why put them in first again this year? Frankly,
they’re just too talented not to! WRs Adam Thielen and
Stefon Diggs cannot be stopped when they’re on their
game, RB Dalvin Cook HAS to have a full year where he
stays healthy, and QB Kirk Cousins has a new buddy in
Senior Coaching Assistant Gary Kubiak, who has plenty
of experience guiding championship offenses and has led
Cousins to success before. It’s hard NOT to see the Vikings matriculating down the field week in and week out.
Defensively, the Vikings managed to rank number four in
the league in spite of shutdown corner Xavier Rhodes’
injuries, and he has to stay healthy this year, right? Only
the Vikings can stop the Vikings...just be sure to check
their shoelaces before kickoff.

NFC EAST

CHICAGO BEARS
Oh, the pain of missing a playoff game winning field
goal...nothing feels worse, just ask Scott Norwood of
the Buffalo Bills. K Cody Parkey HAD to be cut after that
debacle, if only for his own safety and security. Now the
Bears are left to pick up the pieces of their tragically undone season. How will they rebound? Well, for starters
they’ll have to rely on RB Tarik Cohen exclusively as the
feature back, with maybe a dash of newly acquired WR/
RB/KR/Other Cordarelle Patterson in for help. WRs Allen
Robinson and Taylor Gabriel are...OK, a description that
also fits QB Mitchell Trubisky. As crafty as Head Coach
Matt Nagy is with his play calling, he knows beyond a
shadow of a doubt that the defense will be bringing home
the bacon for the Bears, and what a fine defense it is. Led
by pass rushing superstar Khalil Mack, stars and studs
patrol all three levels of the leagues number three defense
from 2018. (Don’t expect a repeat of their league leading
27 interceptions, those numbers typically dip the following season.) However, if the Bears don’t find a capable
kicker, it may cost them enough to keep them on the outside looking in.

PHILADELPHIA EAGLES
Injuries to QB Carson Wentz not withstanding, the Eagles
offense looked nowhere near as potent as when Frank
Reich called the plays during the Championship season.
Sure, TE Zach Ertz was as unstoppable as ever, but it
seemed like the Super Bowl hangover was a real thing.
Expect the Eagles to look more like their old selves this
year, thanks in part to the long awaited return of speedster WR Desean Jackson and the acquisition of explosive
RB Jordan Howard. All the pieces are once again in place
for another deep playoff run.
DALLAS COWBOYS
As long as the Cowboys offense feature stud RB Ezekiel
Elliot, the Cowboys will be a threat to control any game
they play in. To compliment that threat, Lone Star offense
made some major upgrades, adding veteran WR Randall
Cobb and bringing Cowboy legend TE Jason Witten out
of retirement. Working in concert with WR Amari Cooper,
the Cowboys should create match-up nightmares all season long. Dallas took major strides in becoming a more
multi dimensional defense last season, thanks to the rise
of players such as DE Demarcus Lawrence. If LB Sean
Lee goes down to injury again this year, the Cowboys
should be able to finally shrug it off.
WASHINGTON REDSKINS
The ‘Skins hope that drafting QB Dwayne Haskins with
the 15th overall pick will turn into a huge long term win
for the franchise. Should Haskins need a year of further
development before assuming the starting role, then QB
Case Keenum should be able to step in capably. If nothing
else, the Redskins will field a threatening ground game
with the two-headed monster of RBs Adrian Peterson and
Derrius Guice. The defense, led by LB Montez Sweat and
CB Josh Norman, needs to improve considerably on their
17th overall ranking if they hope to keep pace with the Eagles and Cowboys. Washington will be competitive, but
once again be stuck on the outside looking in, perhaps
looking for a new head coach to replace Jay Gruden.
NEW YORK GIANTS
The Giants made headlines in all the wrong ways this
off-season with some “SMH” moves. First, they trade
away WR Odell Beckham Jr. only a year after signing him
to a huge deal. Then, they drafted QB Daniel Jones with
the sixth overall pick, leaving the Redskins to pick up the
more highly sought after Dwayne Haskins. It’s very likely
that Jones would have been available in the third round,
let alone the second. Forgive the fans for booing Jones
right out of the gate at training camp.
QB Eli Manning will return at starter this year for yet another possible swan song, and he will have the benefit
of working with fantasy machine RB Saquon Barkley.
Manning also has some decent targets to throw to in
WR Golden Tate and TE Evan Engram. Unfortunately, the
Swiss Cheese offensive line may not allow the time to get
the ball down the field. On defense, the G-Men may be
just as suspect.

NFC NORTH
MINNESOTA VIKINGS
OK, so may have...whiffed...on our Vikings pick last

GREEN BAY PACKERS
Yep, QB Aaron Rodgers is awesome, that’s a given. It’s
just that the organization has failed to surround him with
adequate talent and depth. WR Davante Adams catches
plenty of touchdowns, but TE Jimmy Graham is a shadow of his beastly New Orleans self, and the offensive line
allows WAY too many sacks (53 in 2018). Aaron Jones
may have been the Packers ace in the hole, averaging 5.5
yards a carry on 133 attempts. Maintaining a balanced
offense might keep Rodgers upright for all 16 games this
year, which is crucial if the Packers hope to make the
playoffs for the first time in three seasons. The defense,
a very middle of the road unit last year in all categories,
will benefit from critical additions in the off-season, particularly new defensive coordinator Mike Pettine and first
round picks LB Rashan Gary and S Darnell Savage. Given
the intense competition in this division, the Packers will
need every edge, every turnover, and every Rodgers miracle they can muster.
DETROIT LIONS
Hey Lions fans, ready for another season of futility, failure and frustration? Then 2019 is NOT, I repeat, NOT the
year for YOU! Yes, Matt Patricia is returning for a second
season as Head Coach, which may inspire some rightful
trepidation. However, QB Matthew Stafford continues to
be a capable field general year in and year out, and by
adding WR Danny Amendola to a receiver stable headlined by Marvin Jones Jr and rising star Kenny Golliday,
Stafford is poised to have his best season since 2011. If
the Detroit defense can force some turnovers, watch out
for a sudden surge from the Lions.

NFC SOUTH
NEW ORLEANS SAINTS
The NFC runner’s up have reloaded in the off-season and
are ready to once again lower the boom on the NFC. Alltime NFL passing leader QB Drew Brees will once again
be joined by RB Alvin Kamara and WR Michael Thomas,
two of the NFL’s most feared weapons. In addition, the
Saints acquired a major upgrade at tight end in Jared

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Cook. The Saints may feel early repercussions from the retirement
of C Max Unger, but the team believes second round draft pick C
Erik McCoy is ready to take on the snap responsibilities from day
one. DE Cam Jordan returns to lead a pressure oriented defense,
whose tough front seven generated 49 sacks and only allowed 3.6
yards on the ground. Repeat division title are a rarity in the South,
but expect the Saints to reverse the trend.
CAROLINA PANTHERS
Having undergone two shoulder surgeries in the past two seasons, QB Cam Newton has found himself getting farther and
farther away from his MVP season of 2015. However, having
dumped slowpoke WRs Devin Funchess and Kelvin Benjamin
and replacing them with speedsters DJ Moore and Chris Samuel,
Carolina brass has given Cam the upgrades needed to stretch the
field and get the Panther engine cranking. Most importantly of
all, Newton will once again have the services of stat machine RB
Christian McCaffrey, a touchdown and reception freak who will be
drafted first or second in most fantasy leagues. The defense will
need to step up from its 16th place finish from last season.
ATLANTA FALCONS
Once again, the Falcons bring a “paper” scary offense to the gridiron, led by QB Matt Ryan (aging), top three WR Julio Jones (gets
yards in chunks but becomes invisible in the end zone), and dual-threat RB Devonta Freeman. After lackluster production failed
to meet expectations last season, the Falcons called it quits on
Offensive coordinator Steve Sarkesian in favor of former Tampa
coach, Dirk Koetter. While most pundits think of this as an upgrade, the Koetter offensive scheme has proven to be a stale, deciphered version of the Joe Gibbs offense from the 80s. Remember how Tony Romo diagnosed every single play the Bucs ran
against the Patriots last year? Not good Falcons...better hope the
defense avoids another slew of injuries this season, because the
offense may have another long year in store. Also, their schedule
is riddled with difficulty.
TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
The Buccaneers could not have made a better hire than getting
Head Coach Bruce Arians out of the broadcast booth and back
onto the field. The two time AP coach of the year may be the ONLY
guy who can coach QB Jameis Winston into a consistent winner,
and based on Arians record with the likes of Carson Palmer, Kurt
Warner, Andrew Luck, Ben Roethlisberger, even young Peyton
Manning, I believe he can do it.
The going won’t be easy for Winston, as he’ll have to operate
without speeder WR Desean Jackson, who helped take pressure
off top flight WR Mike Evans. On defense, the Bucs unit that gave
up the second most points in the NFL returns minus it’s best pass
rusher, DE Jason-Pierre Paul, who suffered a neck injury in a car
accident. The much maligned unit will need to generate more
than 16 turnovers this campaign in order to compete in the stout
South.

will run like a Swiss watch. If not, well, we saw in the Super Bowl
how neutered this explosive team can be made to look if Jared
Goff is forced to carry the load. Defensively, the Rams got significantly better with the additions of veteran safety Eric Weddle and
pass rushing LB Clay Matthews. When teaming with NFL defensive player of the year DT Aaron Donald and defensive mastermind Wade Philips, the Rams D looks like a juggernaut. It’s hard
to see the Rams being out of any game, even if the offense can’t
score. But will it be enough to win a championship this time?
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS
Entering year three of the Kyle Shanahan era, it’s safe to say that
the Niners have been the most injury hampered team in the NFL.
From a statistical standpoint, that can’t continue. So this should
be the year that QB Jimmy Garoppolo and company break through
to make the playoffs. RB Matt Breida and the SF Offensive front
five had a breakout year and the defensive line is still loaded with
three first round draft picks, so the 49ers will be tough to out
muscle. Most importantly, the Niners showed tons of character
week in and week out, battling hard with teams that seemingly had
them over-matched. As such, a west coast gold rush is overdue. .
SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
After watching members of the Legion of Boom leave town one after another over contract negotiations, the Seahawks brass finally
opened up their checkbooks for their marquis players, making QB
Russell Wilson the highest paid quarterback in the game and LB
Bobby Wagner the highest paid middle linebacker in the game.
With both players penchant for leadership and dynamic play making ability, it’s safe to say the spending spree is well worth it. The
receiving corps may completely new, but the defense is athletic
and gifted and CenturyLink field is still the loudest house in the
NFL, so the Seahawks will continue to be a threat in this division.
ARIZONA CARDINALS
For the second time in two seasons, the Cardinals have keyed a
franchise reboot, kicking out last year’s head coach and number
one draft pick in favor of change. For the head man, the Cardinals
selected youthful Texas Tech Head Coach Kliff Kingsbury, also a
former QB in the NFL and CFL. In selecting Kingsbury, the Cardinals clearly hope they found the next Sean McVay, who was hired
at the age of 32 with very little experience. Their selection sure
beats hiring a retread. For their new QB, the Cardinals will feature
1st overall pick Kyler Murray, who won the Heisman last year with
Oklahoma. Hopefully, he won’t regret his decision to pursue football over joining major league baseball.

NFC WEST
LOS ANGELES RAMS
The fortunes of the Rams offense will rise and fall based on the
health of RB Todd Gurley, the centerpiece of Head Coach Sean
McVay’s system. If the League’s best back is healthy, the offense

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NEW SMYRNA FARMERS’ MARKET is held every Saturday 7 am- 12
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DOORS AND SIMON & GARFUNKEL & CROSBY, STILLS, NASH AND YOUNG
TRIBUTE BANDS PERFORM AUG. 16-17
A Doors tribute band, “The Dirty Doors,” will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16. A Simon and Garfunkel tribute
band, “The Boxers,” and a Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young tribute band “Southern Cross” will perform at 7:15
p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, with fireworks at 9:45 p.m. General admission is free. $10 VIP tickets are available at
https://bit.ly/2HTUjRm.
FRIDAY, AUG. 16: A DOORS TRIBUTE BAND “THE DIRTY DOORS” – Showtime is 7 p.m.
General admission is free. Take a ride back to the psychedelic era. Celebrating the look, sight and sound of the
Doors. “The Dirty Doors” formed in Atlanta, Georgia, in late 2012 to pay tribute to one of the greatest rock bands
of all time – The Doors. With each performance, they bring the energy, excitement and passion of the timeless
music of Jim Morrison and The Doors like no one else. They faithfully recreate classic songs like “Light My Fire,”
“Riders On The Storm,” “Hello, I Love You,” “Roadhouse Blues” and “L.A. Woman” plus many deep cuts true
Doors fans love to diverse crowds everywhere. This show is part of the Bandshell Summer Entertainment Series. The entire schedule of performances is online at www.DaytonaBandshell.com. Follow the Daytona Beach
Bandshell on Facebook @daytonabeachbandshell and Instagram @bandshelldaytona.
SATURDAY, AUG. 17: SIMON AND GARFUNKEL TRIBUTE BAND, “THE BOXERS,”
AND CROSBY, STILLS, NASH AND YOUNG TRIBUTE BAND “SOUTHERN CROSS”
– Showtime is 7:15 p.m. and will be followed by fireworks at 9:45 p.m. General admission is free. “THE BOXERS” – When you think of Simon and Garfunkel you hear angelic voices and incredible harmonies and singalong-songs known for decades. The incredible Todd and Greg Pitts of “The Boxers” bring back that timeless
music and harmony in a fantastic performance that will have you on your feet all night. Not only do they pay tribute to this legendary duo performing classics like “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Mrs. Robinson” or “Sounds
of Silence.” “SOUTHERN CROSS” is a fantastic musical tribute to one of the most dynamic rock bands
from the 60s ‘until today – Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. The band prides itself on impeccable vocal harmonies
to recreate some of the toughest vocal songs to perform like the epic “Suite: Judy Blue Eyes” and more.
This show is part of the Star Spangled Summer Concert Series made possible by the Boardwalk merchants
and Friends of the Bandshell. The entire schedule of performances is online at www.friendsofthebandshell.org
and on Facebook @friendsofthebandshell. VIP tickets are available for $10 per person per show and include a
chair and seating near the stage in a controlled access area. VIP tickets can be purchased in advance at www.
ticketmaster.com, at the Peabody Auditorium Box Office located at 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach, and
at the Bandshell’s box office on show nights. For Saturday night’s performance, tickets can also be purchased
onsite on show nights through the Friends of the Bandshell staff.
Adult beverages will be available for purchase both nights. The Bandshell signature drink, the “Bandshell
Breeze” is available as well as Budweiser products. Daytona’s finest barbecue from Backyard Boys catering is
offered onsite during all nights of the entertainment series. Chairs are also available for rent in the FREE general
admission area, one for $3 or two for $5. For attendees’ safety and comfort, guests are not allowed to bring
backpacks, blankets, coolers, glass containers or outside alcohol. Smoking or vaping are not allowed inside the
Bandshell during the entertainment series.
The Daytona Beach Bandshell is in Oceanfront Park on the north end of Daytona Beach’s boardwalk amusement
area. Parking for the Bandshell is available across the street from the Ocean Walk Shoppes & Movies in the
parking garage and surface lots close by. Once inside the garage, you can take the second floor sky walk (above
Atlantic Avenue) across to enter the Bandshell though the Ocean Walk Shoppes & Movies plaza.
Upcoming performances in August and September for both concert series includes:
• Friday, Aug. 23: Heart and Pat Benatar tribute (performed by “Love Alive” and “Fire & Ice”)
• Saturday, Aug. 24: Billy Joel tribute (performed by “Turnstiles”)
• Friday, Aug. 30: KC & The Sunshine Band tribute (performed by “KC & The 70s Flashback Party”)
• Saturday, Aug. 31: Rolling Stones tribute (performed by “U.S. Stones”)
• Sunday, Sept. 1: Huey Lewis tribute (performed by “Back in Time”)
• Monday, Sept. 2: 50s and 60s tribute (performed by “NY Rockabilly Rockets” and “Peace of Woodstock”)
*NOTE: Showtime Sept. 2 is 1 p.m.
• Friday, Sept. 6: Judas Priest tribute (performed by “Best of British”)
• Saturday, Sept. 7: AC/DC tribute (performed by “Highway to Hell”)
• Friday, Sept. 13: Metallica tribute (performed by “Battery”)
• Saturday, Sept. 14: Fleetwood Mac tribute (performed by “Fleetwood Max”)
• Friday, Sept. 20: Tom Petty tribute (performed by “The Wildflowers”)
• Saturday, Sept. 21: Led Zeppelin tribute (performed by “In the Light of Led Zeppelin”)
• Friday, Sept. 27: Aerosmith tribute (performed by “Jaded”)
• Saturday, Sept. 28: Pink Floyd tribute (performed by “Wall of Echoes”)
The Daytona Beach Bandshell Summer Entertainment Series is made possible through generous donations by presenting sponsors “Ocean Walk Shoppes & Movies,” The City of Daytona Beach and the Daytona Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau. Additional entertainment sponsors include Coca-Cola, Brown and Brown Insurance, ONE DAYTONA, The Daytona Beach News-Journal, Daytona Beverages, Latitude – Margaritaville, BackstagePass Magazine, KIX Country 98.7 FM, Beach 92.7, Kool 100.9 FM,
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Horoscopes

For August 2019
LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22): Between the Sun, Venus,
and Mars in your sign through August 18, you’ve got
extraordinary vibrations granting you nothing but joy
and radiance. On August 8, Venus will be at a perfect
angle to lucky Jupiter, now in your romance sector. You’re sure to feel the
love at this time and, if you’ve got a birthday coming up, you can expect
a lavish gift and plenty of attention! On the 14th, the Sun and Venus will
connect, giving you even more contentment. Then, a Full Moon in your
partnership sector on August 15 indicates you’ve got everything you’ve ever
wanted in matters of the heart. Yes, Leo, you are in love! In other news, after
August 21, it looks like you’ve got beautiful financial opportunities coming
your way thanks to Venus moving into your earned income sector. Sudden
financial gain through your career is likely near August 26. A New Moon
on the 30th in your earned income sector suggests that it’ll get even better
rolling into September. Sweet! Keywords for August: romance, playfulness,
joy, happiness, fun, love, dating, sex, money.
VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22): For the first half of August,
it’s like you’re completely undercover -- impossible to
reach. All of this is by design; after all, you’re not one
to do anything without careful analysis. You might need
to maximize a major opportunity connected to a home or real estate matter
and you’ll be busy doing this behind the scenes. It does seem to pay off in
the most spectacular way near August 8 when Venus makes a perfect link to
Jupiter. Once August 18 hits, however, everything changes. Mars will move
into your sign and, suddenly, your zest for life and the stamina to pursue
your goals is apparent again. You’re hungry to achieve something that
requires absolute precision, and you will. Adding to the mix on August 21
will be Venus also moving into Virgo. Wow, the two “cosmic lovers” in your
sign AND making a perfect embrace on August 24 -- this indicates major
sparks flying in your love life! A New Moon in your sign on August 30 adds
to your ability to start writing the next chapter of your life. Make it a page
turner! Keywords for August: New start, sexy, discreet, private, real estate,
family secret, secret lover
LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 22): August is extremely twotoned in its temperament for you, Libra. The first half
of the month is filled with social delights thanks to the
Sun, Venus, and Mars all dancing through your 11th
House of Groups and Networking. On August 8, Venus
will be at a perfect angle to expansive Jupiter, now in your message sector.
You might give a speech or other presentation and completely dazzle your
audience. Another possibility is that you’ll enjoy an exceptional getaway with
friends. It’s very possible that you’ll feel as though a romantic dream of
yours has come true as well this month. In fact, on August 15 when a Full
Moon illuminates your true love sector, you and someone you’ve been dating
might very well realize just how special your connection is. After August 18,
however, you may suddenly feel like you’ve done so much partying and
celebrating that you need a rest. Mars will move into your private 12th House
of Escape and remains there until October 4. Honor the need for a personal
time out. Keywords for August: friends, dreams fulfilled, trip, mini vacation,
dating, love, rest.
SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21): Your career continues to
thrive this month, with exceptional gains the first half
of August. On the 8th, Venus at the top of your chart
will make a perfect link to Jupiter, the planet of luck,
now in your earned income sector. The money train
just won’t stop and, on this day, you’ll enjoy a major added financial bonus.
Sweet! You might also receive a special honor or award on August 14 for
your professional achievements thanks to a glorious Sun-Venus conjunction
at the top of your chart. Your attention, however, will turn quickly to family
matters the next day, since a Full Moon will illuminate your home and family
sector. Expect news from a relative -- the kind that surprises you. In terms
of love and relationships, you’ll be glad to know that the unpredictable chaos
just might die down for a bit. Uranus, the planet of sudden changes, will turn
retrograde in your partnership sector on August 11. All of the crazy behavior
your mate has been showing won’t disappear, but now you’ll have a minute
to acclimate. Keywords for August: promotion, honor, award, money, raise,
family drama, relationship calm.
SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22-DEC. 20): You’ve been experiencing a major personal growth spurt thanks to
your ruling planet of expansion, Jupiter, moving
through your sign. For the last several months, however, Jupiter has been traveling retrograde, which might have muted some
of the forward momentum you had going on in your world. Although all of
the yummy goodness has been there, for whatever reason, tasting it might
have been delayed. Happily, that will end in August. On August 11 Jupiter
will turn direct, and remains moving full steam ahead in your sign all the way
through December 2. Your faith in life and your ability to fully maximize the
opportunities coming your way are all magnified now. Use them well.This
might also have an effect on your love life. Jupiter will be at a gorgeous trine
to love planet Venus on August 8. Someone you’re in a romantic relationship
with is expanding your horizons on the spiritual and intellectual plane and
you’re enjoying every drop of it! Keywords for August: luck, growth, expansion, blessings, faith, confidence, soulmate, career boost, entrepreneurial.
CAPRICORN (DEC. 21-JAN. 20): Your financial life is
looking good in August! A money gift might come
your way from an anonymous person or someone
who insists that you keep this gift a secret between
you. It won’t be for a negative reason, so don’t
stress. You’re probably going to be so ecstatic over it anyway -- this really
does look like blessing! It looks like you might feel triggered at first with
financial insecurities, but then you’ll check yourself. You’ll see that there truly
are opportunities everywhere you turn to maximize your most innovative
talents and turn them into cash. When it comes to love, you will be grateful
for a bit of calm after a major frenzy that’s been happening since mid-May.
Uranus, the planet of unexpected twists and turns, goes retrograde in your
true love sector starting August 11. This allows you time to marinate and
process all of the sudden changes that have been happening in your love life.
Courtesy of m.tarot.com

AQUARIUS (JAN. 21-FEB.18): There’s guaranteed
to be some noise in your dating life this month.
Happily, it’ll be music to your ears! This combination of stellar influences can absolutely help
support a heart-opening connection between you and someone close. The
one thing to note is that this all happens in the dualistic sign of Gemini. That
translates into the strong likelihood of you having more than one person to
choose from. It doesn’t suggest a love triangle per se, but it does suggest
options. If you’re in a relationship, there could be baby news coming your
way. Alternatively, this energy could center around on a creative endeavor
that you’re in love with. Remember, when you follow your passion, it leads
to your purpose. That kind of gratification is showing up in your life by the
time we get to the Full Moon on June 17. Landing in the area of your greatest
hopes and wishes, you can count on at least one of them being fulfilled.
Lucky you! Keywords for June: love, baby, artistic endeavor, creative, dating,
joy, happiness, fulfillment.

PISCES (FEB.18-MAR. 20): You’re happier than
ever about your recent life transition. Wherever
you go, you can be sure that happiness will follow.
It’s as if you have finally “come home,” and all of
your plans to curate your personal space and security are now happening.
Amazing! If you’re in a relationship, this could be the month the two of you
decide to move in together and test the waters of an even stronger commitment. On June 24, however, you might second guess this move or relationship while Venus squares Neptune, now in your sign. A disappointment is
possible ... whether you move past it or not is your choice. Expect to be in the
spotlight for a career achievement near the Full Moon on June 17. You could
receive an honor or other reward. If, however, you’re not aligned with your
vocation, you might decide to pursue a different path. Keywords for June:
relocation, family, home, love, career fulfillment, career change, spotlight.

ARIES (MAR. 21-APR. 20): In August, the stars are busy
conspiring for you to have the time of your life, Aries!
The Sun, Venus, and your ruler, Mars, will all line up
in your 5th House of Romance and Pleasure until August 18. On the 8th,
Venus will be at a gorgeous trine to Jupiter and then on the 14th, the Sun
and Venus embrace in your 5th house. This cosmic lineup is all about being
showered with blessings in love and whatever brings you joy. It might also
be connected to your relationship with your child. If you’re dating someone,
then you’re head over heels in love with each other. And if you are somehow
single as the month begins, well, that might all change in the blink of an eye.
Mars moves into your work sector on August 18 and Venus follows suit on
the 21st. This brings a dramatic shift in energy for the second half of the
month; you’re going back to work full-force and, yet, it’s going to make you
quite happy. Keywords for August: love, fun, romance, pleasure, creativity,
children, happy, productivity, health, work.

CAR AND BIKE SHOWS/SWAPS

TAURUS (APR. 21-MAY 21): August opens up with
you living the absolute dream life in your domestic
world, Taurus. You might even welcome a new pet
or child into your home to add even more joy to
your heart. On August 8, Venus will be at a perfect
trine to Jupiter, now in your 8th House of Shared Resources. There is a good
possibility that you’ll benefit from the finances of a family member, such as
receiving an inheritance or major financial gift. Career news is also exciting
with a Full Moon at the top of your chart on August 15. You might be in the
spotlight for a technology-related career endeavor that you’ve launched, or
you might receive a special honor or award.Starting August 18, Mars will
enter your romance sector on this day, closely followed by Venus on the 21st.
These two “cosmic lovers” will even embrace in a perfect conjunction on
August 24, while also being perfectly trine Uranus in your sign from August
26-28. As if that weren’t enough, a glorious New Moon lands in the same area
of your chart on the 30th. Love is 100% in the stars. Keywords for August:
financial gift, domestic bliss, family love, career pinnacle, love.

GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 21): You’ve got a way with
words early in the month, Gemini. Aim for August 8
to sign a vital contract or seal an important agreement
with anyone. A gorgeous trine between Venus in your
message sector and Jupiter in your relationship sector blesses this union.
Mars rushes into your home and family sector on August 18 and immediately wants to get busy on a home renovation or other detail-oriented project.
This might even be a motivation for everyone in your clan to get healthy
together. Venus enters the same area of your chart on August 21, adding
the desire to spend money beautifying your home. Don’t break the bank!
When it comes to your love life, Jupiter turning direct in your partnership
sector on August 11 suggests forward movement again when it comes to
the blessings between you and your mate. You’ve got complete faith in your
love connection. Your partner might also give you a special gift midmonth.
You’ll cherish it! Keywords for August: charmer, beautiful words, creative
mind, contract, home renovations, relationship expansion.
CANCER (JUNE 21-JULY 22): The money train is
pulling right into your station, Cancer! On August 8,
Venus in your earned income sector will be at a perfect
trine to expansive Jupiter, now in your work sector. A
side hustle you started just for fun may turn into a lucrative gig. Then, on
August 14, the Sun and Venus will embrace in your earned income sector.
The more you use your creative talents, the more money you’ll make. It’s
really that simple. And the fact that you’re so confident about what you have
to offer the world is only making you even more financially empowered. A
Full Moon in your 8th House of Resources on August 15 might help you get
rid of any major debt you have. This can be anything from a mortgage to
student loans or even credit card debt. The takeaway: it’s gone. In terms of
your love life, that Full Moon might also be your ticket to erotic fulfillment
with your mate. You’ve got all the ingredients to try something nontraditional in the bedroom with your lover while also feeling completely gratified
because of it. Get your freak on! Keywords for August: cash, creative talents,
confidence, value, freelance, debt free, erotic, taboo, sex.

ONGOING- THE SEMINOLE AND THE EVERGLADES-MOAS, 352 S. Nova Rd, Daytona Beach .Artists from the early 19th century
on have found the visual characteristics of the
people and the land compelling subjects for
artworks

NOW – SEP 22- DISCARDED MATTER: OBJECTS RE-IMAGINED- ORMOND MEMORIAL ART MUSEUM, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach. Three different artists work with
salvaged materials. Opening reception June 7,
6-8 PM.
ONGOING TO CHOOSE OUR DESTINY:
THE LASTING LEGACY OF THE APOLLO
11 MOON LANDING-will show that the human
will to achieve and explore can make the impossible, possible.
ONGOING-CAPTURING THE COSMOS:
FLORIDA ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY BY DEREK DEMETER-Marvel at the wonders of the
universe through the stunning space photography.
ONGOING- HOMESPUN: FOLK ART AND
AMERICANA FROM THE COLLECTIONMOAS,352 S. Nova Rd, Daytona Beach. Early
American folk art from the 18th century through
the 19th century is a testament to the efforts of
everyday Americans to decorate and embellish
their environment with whatever means available to them.
ONGOING- GONE FISHIN’-MOAS,352 S.
Nova Rd, Daytona Beach. Emphasizes Florida’s reputation for being one of the greatest
sport fishing areas in the world.
ONGOING- FLORIDA WEATHER: MOAS,
352 S. Nova Rd, Daytona Beach. It is the artist’s desire to fully depict the weather as it affects all aspects of the composition. The color,
technique, rhythm and texture are all focused
to evoke the full sensation of what is Florida’s
revealing environmental trait.
ONGOING- VISIONS OF THE FUTUREMOAS,352 S. Nova Rd, Daytona Beach. Colorful creative poster series from NASA’s Jet
Propulsion Laboratory.
ONGOING- GARDEN OF THE HEART’S
DESIRE: SELECTIONS FROM THE GOLZAR COLLECTION OF PERSIAN TEXTILES-MOAS, 352 S. Nova Rd, Daytona
Beach. over 60 rare 18th and 19th Century
Persian textiles from the private collection of
Mahin Ghanbari brings together two of the
strongest artistic traditions in historic Persia.
ONGOING- VOLUSIA COUNTY: MOAS, 352
S. Nova Rd, Daytona Beach. Art about Volusia
County.
ONGOING-”THE LATEST NEWS FROM
FLORIDA”: WOOD ENGRAVINGS FROM
19TH CENTURY PERIODICALS -Wood en-

AUG 22- MEDICAL CANNABIS & SPECIAL
NEEDS Facilitating the workshop will be Dr.
Chanmugam providing insightful information
about the pros and cons of using medical cannabis vs. traditional medications most commonly prescribed for the special needs community 6-8:30p.m. First Methodist Church 419

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S, Park Ave, Sanford.
AUG 29 - SOCIAL SECURITY WORKSHOP
Maximizing Social Security, Reducing Taxation on Retirement Income. This educational
Workshop will provide you with much needed
information to help you understand how Social
Security works. 6:30 PM FREE Palm Coast
Community Center 305 Palm Coast Parkway
Northeast, Palm Coast.
AUG 29 - THE BOSS LADY RETURNS Join
us August 29th for the Boss Lady Reunion!
Who is invited: all Women because we are all
bosses; whether you work inside or outside
your home, are a CEO, an entrepreneur, it
doesn’t matter, You are a woman and you are
a BOSS. Free Tickets online 5:30-7:30 PM.
SEPT 4 - INTRODUCTORY BASICS FOR
FILMING YOUR SCRIPT- Workshop This
workshop is for writers, actors, directors, producers, and all below-the-line crew. Hosted by
Daytona member Graham Z., we will begin the
discussion with a presentation covering cinematography, lighting, gear, 6 PM – 8 PM The
Hub On the Canal 132 Canal St, New Smyrna
Beach.
4TH TUESDAY BOB CALABRESE’S POET’S CORNER, poetry workshop of New
Smyrna Beach at the New Smyrna Beach Regional Library, at 5:00 PM.

AUG 9 (& EVERY MON., WED., FRI.)- LINE
DANCE WITH RITA. 9 AM. Each class runs
continuously for two-and-a-half hours. During
that time, people come and go as desired.
The first hour is for beginners followed by
20-30 minutes of review or open dance time.
The last hour of class is geared toward the
intermediate dancer. Cost is $4 per class for
residents and $5 per class for non-residents.
(386) 410-2890 for more information. Coronado Civic Center, NSB.
AUG 10 - WATERCOLOR - YES I CAN!
with Marilynn Sternberg, Explore the luminous
effects unique to watercolor: washes; wet-inwet; charging; gradation; glazing; brush handling. FLAGLER COUNTY ART LEAGUE 160
Cypress Point Pkwy Ste A208, Palm Coast,
1:30- 4:00 PM. Room B.
AUG 11 – DARKSIDE THEATRE’S ADULT
ON-CAMERA FILM ACTING CLASSES IN
NSB Learn the basics and advanced techniques of both film and stage acting in a fun,
friendly, encouraging, no-judgment environment with professional coaching and directing. 5-7 PM. New Smyrna Beach Join us at
our temporary location: UCC Music Room.
AUG 12- INTERMEDIATE TO COLORED
PENCIL CLASS INTERMEDIATE TO COLORED PENCIL CLASS INSTRUCTOR: LIZ
MONACO Tuesdays - 1:30 to 4pm learn skills
and method creating colored pencil still life:

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$15, Non-members $20 per class. Flagler
County Art League 160 Cypress Point Pkwy
Ste A208, Palm Coast.
AUG 13- INTRODUCTION TO COLORED
PENCIL CLASS INTRODUCTION TO COLORED PENCIL CLASS INSTRUCTOR: LIZ
MONACO Tuesdays - 1:30 to 4pm * Beginning: August 13th Members: $15, Non-members $20 per class. Flagler County Art League,
160 Cypress Point Pkwy., Ste A208, Palm
Coast.
AUG 17 - THROUGH THE DECADES SUMMER ZUMBA BLOCK PARTY SERIES Join
us for our fun-filled event series taking place
THIS SUMMER on the 3rd Saturday of August! Zumba® Party, as well as a social reception before and after for guests to have the
opportunity to mingle, shop, and make special
memories with our sponsors! Tickets 10$ 5-7
PM, Power Fitness. 160 Cypress Point Pkwy
Ste D213, Palm Coast.
AUG 23 - LOVE YOUR SHORTS - SUMMER
REWIND Join us for a Sanford summer tradition and watch a selection of films from our
2019 festival! 8 PM – 10 PM, 201-203 South
Magnolia Avenue, Sanford Tickets 8$.
AUG 24- PRACTICAL MAGIC WORKSHOP
Hosted by Jacquelyn Gioertz and Wildly Magica -l Why is it that some people live magical
lives, manifesting everything they want and
making it look easy, while others struggle to
get by, wishing they knew the secret these
“others” must know? 1-9 PM, Tickets- $197.
A quiet place in the country - New Smyrna
Beach.
AUG 31- EMBROIDERY 101 WITH SHERRILL SCHOENING Maybe you used to embroider as a young person and want to refresh
your memory. Maybe you want to learn embroidery for the first time. Either way this one
day class is for you! $40 call 386-624-7340
or no later than 8/28. Fabrications. 145 W Wisconsin Ave., DeLand.
BEGINNING, BEGINNING WATERCOLOR
SERIES, 10 AM-12:30 PM, Ormond Memorial
Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd.,
Ormond Beach. $67 (future members) - Museum members save 10% on tuition.
FOOD CLUB, 11 AM-noon · New Smyrna
Beach Regional Library, 1001 S Dixie Frwy.
Bring a breakfast dish (appetizer, salad, main
dish, side dish or dessert) and recipe to share
at food club.
ESSENTIAL OILS 101- noon-1 PM, Kula
Yoga Studios, 107 Magnolia St, NSB. Exploring the benefits of essential oils for wellness
of body, releasing tension, boosting your immunity, balancing the emotions, and so much
more. Bring a friend and you each get a gift.
THE SATURDAY TAROT CLUB- 2-3 PM,
The Vintage Cottage, 612 W. New York Ave.,
Deland. Learning how to use tarot cards as
great tool for writing and creative thinking.
Bring a notebook or a laptop, deck of tarot

cards if you can. Each class is $10, cash or
credit at the door.

AUG 16- TOOLS TO QUIT SMOKING - AdventHealth Free Tools to Quit (TTQ) session meets
once for 2 hours. Learn to manage triggers,
cravings, withdrawals, and stress 301 Memorial Medical Parkway, Daytona Beach. 2 PM – 4
PM.
AUG 16- DELAND ARTISAN ALLEY FARMERS MARKET, Welcome to the DeLand Artisan Alley Farmers Market! This is a weekly
market that takes place every Friday from 6PM9PM for an Evening of Farmers Market Fun.
AUG 17 - ADDICTIONS/SUBSTANCE USE
DISORDER- NEW SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERIES PRESENTED BY: Dan Bodnar, M.S.
MCAP. Certified Clinical Supervisor and Certified Level II Drug Education Instructor for the
Florida Dept. of DUI Programs LOCATION:
Bldg. 320 Rm: 541 Institute for Health and
Wellness Education 1200 W. International
Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach.
AUG 21 - SUMMER SOUND SESSIONS
DEEP STATES VIBRATIONAL SOUND
THERAPY Group Sound Healing at Peace By
Pieces Join us at Peace By Pieces for a group
sound healing event on the third Wednesday of
the month, all summer long. Cool off and chill
out with Christa in this group setting. Tickets
$20 7-8 PM.
AUG 21 - SENIOR HEALTH & WELLNESS
EXPO - Celebrating National Senior Citizen
Day with a FREE pancake breakfast, FREE
testing and great information to help you be a
healthier senior. Hosted by KOOL 100.9 47 Old
King Road, North Palm Coast.
AUG 24 - Nourish, Balance and Transform
Yourself Live Event This one day retreat will be
filled with exciting and enlightening experiences to assist you in transforming your whole self:
- Mindful Meditation- Nutrition- Yoga 4 PM-7
PM. 724 South Beach Street Suite 1 Daytona
Beach 8 AM – 2 PM
AUG 24 - MORNING REIKI CIRCLE Free
Hosted by Spice of Life Herbs & Holistic Center
All are welcome to join us in a guided meditation, prayer circle, and Reiki share. Please
RSVP to ensure adequate seating. Parking is
available in the fenced in lot next to us. 214 W.
Beresford Avenue, DeLand. Call 386-734-0035
AUG 27-REIKI CIRCLE / SHARE MIND BODY
SOUL OF NEW SMYRNA BEACH Reiki share,
also known as Reiki circle or exchange, is a
gathering of like-minded Reiki believers who
participate in group healing treatments on each
other. Donation only 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM 821 W
Canal, New Smyrna Beach.
SEPT 2- MINDFUL FOOD RECOVERY Just
show up! We are looking to start a Mindfulness
of Food Recovery group that will double as

AUG 9- SUNSET ISLAND PADDLE. Meet 6
PM, Launch 6:30 PM, End 8:30 PM. Join us for
a relaxing sunset paddle from Callalisa Park
to Chicken Island. This paddle is usually filled
with lots wildlife including dolphins, manatee
and birds and always full of great people and
gorgeous sunsets! This is an all ages, family
friendly.. We offer both Kayaks and Paddle
Boards and will provide all necessary gear for
the perfect night! Or Bring your own vessel!
Callalisa Park, NSB.
AUG 14- WEDNESDAY SWEET & SAVORY
TOUR Join us for a leisurely 3-hour walking
tour of historic DeLand where along the way
you sample delicious creations from some of

AUG 9- Paper Company Painting & Trivia Night!
Ready for some office shenanigans? If you’re a
little stitious, we suggest you sign up early, because we think this trivia night is going to be big
(that’s what she said)! Sip, paint and win.

Advanced reservations preferred. Friday
9 PM – 11 PM9 PM 1808 W International
Speedway Blvd., Suite 205, Daytona Beach.
AUG 9- AUG 11-VOLUSIA COUNTY HOME
AND GARDEN SHOW 2 PM, Ocean Center,
101 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach. Latest
products and services for your home, landscape, kitchenware, home accessories and
so much more.
AUG 11- LGBT AND FRIENDS COMMUNITY GATHERING PEACE BY PIECES
HEALING AND WELLNESS Come join us
in a gathering for the LGBT community and
friends. Every other Sunday morning. Coming
together in a place created for community, for
togetherness. 10:30 AM – 12 PM 300 Palm
Coast Parkway S.W, Unit 9 and 11, Palm
Coast.
AUG 11 - VINTAGE WINDOW STAIN GLASS
ARTIST CHOICE Hosted by Sherry’s Art Studio and Shabby Shack Artist choice on design
and size. Price will reflect the size you pick
and whether you bringing your own window.
All Supplies are included. 12-4 PM, 101 Palm
Harbor Parkway, Palm Coast.
AUG 11-FUNDAY SUNDAY CULINARY EXPLORATIONS, Join us as we host FUNday
SUNday at Peace by Pieces where we’ll
explore Seasonal, Local & Global Cuisines.
Tickets are $10.00 per child per class and
space is limited. Open to ages 5-13. 300
Palm Coast parkway S.W., Unit 9 and 11,
Palm Coast.
AUG 12- GARDEN PARTY- NATIVE PLANT
EXPERIENCES WITH CUPLET FERN
EVENT BY Cuplet Fern Chapter of the Florida
Native Plant Society . Cuplet Fern members
Neta Villalobos-Bell, Barbara Whittier, Chris
Calder, and Mark Kateli will discuss hands-on
experience they have had with native plants
in their yards. 6:45-9 PM, NO FEE 250 W
County Road Home, Sanford.
AUG 13- GHOST STORIES BOOK CLUB:
THE GRAVEYARD BOOK BY NEIL GAIMAN
Join us to discuss classic and contemporary
ghost stories each month … usually when the
moon is full. If we’re lucky, we might even be
joined by a spectral visitor or two. 7-8:30 PM.
Admission $5 Vintage Cottage Antiques 612
West New York Avenue, DeLand.
AUG 17 - 2ND ANNUAL VOLUSIA COLLECTORS DAY - Join us for a fun day at the
Museum and see what treasures fellow Volusia County residents collect! Almost everyone
collects something and for all different reasons. Objects are important as they illuminate
abstract ideas and trigger happy memories.
11 AM - 4 PM MOAS, 352 S Nova Rd, Daytona Beach.

AUG 17-18 - NATIONAL REPTILE BREEDERS EXPO: Over 400 tables to buy captive
born reptiles and related items. 30th year as
the reptile industry trade show. Nothing out of
the wild, all captive born reptiles. 10:00 AM –